Areas of Interest

Family Law Solicitors

Our team of family law solicitors are located within each of our office areas in Stockport, Macclesfield, Chester and Congleton and are easily accesible throughout Cheshire and the wider UK.

We have specific expertise in separation, divorce and all associated family law issues. Our team are completely focused on negotiating the best possible settlement without the need for protracted court proceedings, wherever possible, to ensure a positive outcome for all parties. A family problem or relationship breakdown is rarely straightforward. We recognise that in family legal matters there are personal and emotional impacts on the whole family as well as financial costs. At SAS Daniels we ensure that we handle each case with the utmost sensitivity.

We always encourage parents to always put their children first.

How can our family law solicitors help you?

We have specialists across all areas of Family Law and can ensure your matter is dealt with by a professional who has the expertise to ensure your matters run smoothly. Resulting in the most positive outcome possible for you. Across our firm we have the depth of expertise to call on, whether help is needed with businesses, partnerships or Trusts.

We also have strong relationships with a range of external professionals who can assist with specialist help including barristers, independent financial advisers, pension experts and accountants. Our Family Law team covers alternative methods of dispute resolution including litigation, mediation, the collaborative approach and arbitration. Making sure there is an appropriate approach for each individual situation enabling us to secure the outcome that is right for you.

If you would like to discuss an issue with one of our family law solicitors, please speak to a member of our specialist team and we will be happy to advise you.

Shelley Chesworth

“A huge heartfelt thank you for all your help, support and for you perseverance! It really has been invaluable and has enabled me to move on with my life. Many thanks to you and all the team at SAS Daniels for your kindness and support.”

Shanaz Akthar

“I previously has another solicitor and did not have a good experience. A friend recommended SAS Daniels and there was no comparison.”

Chambers UK, 2015

“SAS Daniels’ Family Law team provides “clear advice and is very responsive.” Shelley Chesworth heads the team and is praised for her “high level of attention to detail.””

Legal 500, 2016

“They have been very co-operative and their service has been excellent. They have done everything in an efficient way.”

Chambers UK 2016

“Thank you so much for your continued, fabulous support and service. I really appreciate it at this difficult time.”

We listen

We listen to your concerns and guide you through the process with empathy and understanding.

85%

Over 85% of the legal work carried out by the Family Law team is from recommendations from former clients and other professionals.

FAQs

Is collaborative family law the best choice for me?

Collaborative family law is not for every client or indeed every lawyer but it is worth considering if some of the following is important to you: You want a dignified non-aggressive resolution of the issues; You and your partner have...

What if some time after issuing a settlement agreement in the collaborative law process, I discover that my partner has failed to disclose relevant information?

The settlement agreement reached during the collaborative family law process is no different from any other negotiated settlement. If the outcome of the settlement would have been different if the information had been available, then it is open to you...

What is the cost of legal fees for a divorce?

The overall cost depends on a number of elements. A straightforward action with no complications will cost less than one where disputes about finances and children are involved and complex negotiations are required.

What is a 4-way meeting?

A ‘4-way’ meeting is where you and your partner sit in a meeting with your collaborative lawyers to discuss the issues you wish to resolve; An agenda is set before the meeting by your collaborative lawyers taking into account...